If you read more than a few ebooks a year, the Kindle Paperwhite is a smart investment. Not only does it hold thousands of ebooks, but its small footprint makes it easier to travel with than a paperback or hardcover. It’s currently discounted to one of its best prices of the year for Prime Big Deal Days, and you’ll now find it for just $125 (was $150).
This is the newest version of the ereader, offering a larger 6.8-inch display, thinner borders, an adjustable light, and up to a staggering 10 weeks of battery life. It’s also waterproof, so you can bring it to the pool without worrying about splashes. Alternatively, there’s a Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle that pairs the Kindle paperwhite with a fabric cover and a power adapter for $135 (was $205). Both versions are ad-supported–expect to drop an extra $15 to buy the ad-free versions.